All Clinics that provide Fillings in Katowice

Dental fillings are used to make small repairs to teeth that have been damaged due to tooth decay or fracture. They are normally relatively simple and inexpensive. For this reason very few (if any) people travel abroad for fillings.

However, fillings are often necessary as part of larger work, or the dentist may discover  they are necessary and it often make sense to get  fillings  done at the same time as other work.

What is a Dental Filling or Inlay?

A filling is simply a material that is placed into a cavity in a tooth. The filling helps to protect against further decay and strengthens the tooth.
You might need a filling if:

• There is minor decay or a tooth
• You  have a small fracture in a tooth
• If you have a metal/amalgam filling that you want replaced with more natural looking filling
• Composite filling are often used for purely cosmetic purposes in cosmetic bonding

Things to look out for are

• Composite fillings are more expensive that amalgams
• Not all dentists are trained in composite fillings
• Amalgam filling contain mercury which is released to the atmosphere after death (if incinerated)
• There are some, although unproven long term  health concerns associated with amalgam fillings

What is the procedure like?

Once the dentist has isolated and anesthetised the damaged area of the tooth, he will remove the decay with a drill or laser and cleanse the area of bacteria. The resulting cavity is roughed so that the resin will bond. It is then filled with an amalgam, composite or porcelain filling. In the case of composite fillings, the resin is applied in layers and hardened with a special light. Once the final layers have been applied the filling will be adjusted and polished.

What different types exist?

Amalgam – These are commonly referred to as metal fillings and can be quite visible. They contain mercury and although there have been ongoing questions about their long term safety there is no proof that they are a health hazard. However, it is becoming common for amalgam fillings to be replaced by composite fillings. Amalgam fillings have a lifespan of roughly 12 years

Composite/PorcelainComposite fillings can be made to match the coloration of your teeth. They are most costly and require specialized equipment and take longer to do.  More of the natural tooth can be preserved with composite fillings as the resin can be bonded in thin layers. Note that not all dentists can perform composite fillings.  Composite fillings have a lifespan of 5 to 7 years.

Inlays – If a large portion of you tooth is missing but a crown is not required then an inlay might be a good option.  An inlay involves a fabricated filling that is inserted between the cusps of a tooth – they can be made of gold, porcelain or resin. Inlays are considerably more expensive than fillings; however they are normally a replacement for a crown rather than a filling.

What affects the price?

• The dentist selected
• The position of the filling
• The number of tooth surfaces the filling has
• The number of fillings required
• The type of fillings and in the case of inlays the material used

Price Comparison (Amalgam)

Price lists should always be viewed with caution as many factors can increase or decrease the resulting price. The follow table gives some indicative costs for fillings across the world. Composite fillings tend to be twice the price of amalgam.

Save yourself up to 70% on dentistry in Poland

Poland is one of Europe's fastest growing medical tourism destinations. Dental practices are reporting that the number of patients they receive from outside Poland has increased. Dentists provide an attractive option for people in nearby countries who are seeking a high standard of dental treatment at an affordable price. Prices are among the lowest you will find in the EU. Although the cost of treatment is the most common reason, there are many others why patients are prepared to travel. For example, Polish clinics invested in multi-lingual staff, who are briefed to understand foreign patients' expectations and to assist with travel arrangements. Practices have had to be flexible and extend their opening hours. Some medical tourism companies offer treatment packages with local support, some modest sightseeing plus recovery and recuperation in first-class spa resorts.

Poland as an attractive destination

There are many factors which make Poland an attractive destination for dental and medical treatment:

• Price - patients who are facing a dental treatment bill can often save a considerable amount, even after taking into consideration the cost of flights and accommodation.
• High standards - dentists in Poland are highly skilled, with many having worked in other countries, including US and UK. Many clinics are ISO certified and have accreditation with the international Quality Monitoring Centre. The assurance of EU monitored quality levels in materials and laboratories make Poland highly competitive. The Polish Chamber of Physicians and Dentists is a professional body which ensures that high standards are maintained. However, patients are advised to be thorough in researching their options.
• Modern clinics - there are numerous clinics and hospitals equipped with the latest technology. Infection control and safety is taken very seriously.
• Location - Poland is very close to the United Kingdom and Ireland, with many cities available in approximately two hours by air.

Our most popular destinations in Poland are currently Krakow, Wroclaw, Warsaw and Szczecin.

You can also consider Hungary for your dental treatment, where the same quality is offered for similar price.

Dental treatment prices

The following price guide indicates the estimated cost of dentistry in Poland. Please note that this is a guide only and you should always check it directly with the dentist of your choice.

Dentists in Poland - additional information

All Polish dentists are registered with the Polish Chamber of Physicians and Dentists. The chamber governs both dentisty and the larger medical field. Its duties include providing information for practitioners and patients, supervison of clinical conduct and drafting of ethical standards.

The Polish Dental Association is a professional representative body for dentists in Poland. It is a full member of the European Dental Association. The Association organizes continuing education courses and promotes high standards in dentistry. Membership is voluntary.

Poland follows the EU standard 5 year dental training programme. There are 10 dental schools with over 900 graduates each year. Skills of graduatees are high and many find employement in British and Irish clinics.

There are over 17 thousand specialists in Poland. All dentists must re-register with the Polish Chamber of Physicians and Dentists every 4 years. During this period they must participate in mandatory continuing education to ensure their dental techniques are kept to the highest standards. The system is monitored and dentists must acrue 200 credit points from authorized training courses in each 4 year period of practice.

All Polish dentists must uphold their ethical code. There is additionally an European code of ethics that is supported by Polish dental organizations.

Both codes outline the duty to care of that: the patient's health should be foremost; costs should be made clear as soon as a treatment course is outlined; no unneccesary work should be carried out; dentists respond to complaints and attempt to resolve the situation. A dentist who fails to comply to these ethical guidelines is subject to censure, suppension or removal of their licence to practice. Details of both codes are provided in the resources section below.

Patients may address complaints to the Polish Chamber of Physicians and Dentists. The Chamber has a number of options open to it, including removing a dentist's right to practice.

Complaints may also be handled through the normal law courts.

Resources

Polish Chamber of Physicians and Dentists
ul. Sobieskiego 110
00-764 Warszawa
tel: +48 22 559 1300
email: sekretariat@hipokrates.org
website: http://www.nil.org.pl
code of ethics: medical code

Polish Dental Association
ul. Kuźnicza 43/45
50-138 Wrocław
tel: +48 71 342 4216
email: paradont@stom.am.wroc.pl
website: http://www.pts.net.pl/

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